How much does a judge make in Connecticut?
$217,800a year
Median yearly pay for judges in Connecticut. That is $104.69 an hour or $18,150 a month.
- Hourly
- $104.69
- Vs. national median
- +41%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $114,400Median: $217,800Highest 10%: $217,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $114,400 | $54.99 | |
| 25th | $217,800 | $104.69 | |
| Median | $217,800 | $104.69 | |
| 75th | $217,800 | $104.69 | |
| 90th | $217,800 | $104.69 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hartford, CT | $217,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for judges.
| 1. Rhode Island | $239,800 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $221,700 |
| 3. Connecticut | $217,800 |
| 4. New York | $216,400 |
| 5. Hawaii | $211,800 |
| 6. Tennessee | $208,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a judge make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $104.69 ($217,800 a year).
Do judges make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $217,800 against $154,000 nationally, 41% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for judge pay?
Connecticut ranks 3 of 41 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays judges the most?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, with a median of $217,800 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.